Your R System Images - September 2023

[Kerro]

Hi Kerro,

Cheers - appreciated!

It's a wonderful place and we'll be visiting it again at some point.

The conditions were actually less than ideal with somewhat harsh mid-morning lighting and a distinct haze which pervaded across the whole area.

(On the plus side, the cafe did fantastic cheesy scones... ).

Phil

Awesome. And Cheesy Scones with a Flat White coffee. Yep!!

 

[David Berry]

Bar-tailed Godwits in flight…​

• Canon EOS R5
• RF100-500mm F4.5-7.1 L IS USM + EXTENDER RF1.4x
• 700.0 mm
• ƒ/10
• 1/2000 sec
• ISO 800

Bar-tailed Godwit : Limosa lapponica​

• Canon EOS R5
• RF100-500mm F4.5-7.1 L IS USM + EXTENDER RF1.4x
• 700.0 mm
• ƒ/10
• 1/2000 sec
• ISO 400

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In the first photo the barred tail from which this godwit receives its name is obvious. The birds rose into a moderate onshore wind — between 40 and 50 km/h — before settling in another feeding spot.

 

[PKM-UK]

Bar-tailed Godwits in flight…​

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Bar-tailed Godwit : Limosa lapponica​

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In the first photo the barred tail from which this godwit receives its name is obvious. The birds rose into a moderate onshore wind — between 40 and 50 km/h — before settling in another feeding spot.

Hi David,

Two excellent captures, the first having superb detail and the second showcasing the mesmerising level of coordination needed for mass flight.

Thank you for sharing...

P&K

 

[PKM-UK]

From local hot air balloons mini-fest.

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We’ve said many times, ‘what we need now is a balloon floating across the scene‘ - and you’ve absolutely nailed it!

Fantastic!!

P&K

 

[dgphoto8]

A few September photos. Starting with few birds, including some immature birds in their awkward "teenager" phase...

• Canon EOS R5
• RF800mm F11 IS STM
• 800.0 mm
• ƒ/11
• 1/1250 sec
• ISO 800

A mourning dove with ruffled feathers; We believe this is an immature bird since it was preening to remove down from various parts.

• Canon EOS R7
• RF100-400mm F5.6-8 IS USM
• 400.0 mm
• ƒ/11
• 1/1250 sec
• ISO 640

This is a molting blue jay with a face only a mother could love, in case you ever wondered where a blue jay's ears were...

• Canon EOS R5
• RF800mm F11 IS STM
• 800.0 mm
• ƒ/11
• 1/1250 sec
• ISO 800

This immature chipping sparrow is still in its "camouflage" plumage and is missing its trademark rusty cap and white breast feathers

• Canon EOS R7
• RF100-400mm F5.6-8 IS USM
• 400.0 mm
• ƒ/8
• 1/1600 sec
• ISO 8000

An immature ruby-throated hummingbird sticking its tongue out. We think this is an immature male since it has a little red feather on its chin that can only be seen at certain angles, plus it still seems to be figuring out the whole "feeding on its own" thing

Shifting to some early fall foliage photos from our backyard

• Canon EOS R5
• EF100mm f/2.8 Macro USM
• 100.0 mm
• ƒ/11
• 1/640 sec
• ISO 800

A sunburst through a maple leaf

• Canon EOS R5
• RF800mm F11 IS STM
• 800.0 mm
• ƒ/11
• 1/1250 sec
• ISO 800

The first fall color in our yard, with a few beech leaves changing. This beech tree is usually one of the earliest trees to change color in our yard, probably due to the fact that it is growing in a moist area close to a vernal pool.

• Canon EOS R5
• RF100-400mm F5.6-8 IS USM
• 248.0 mm
• ƒ/11
• 1/400 sec
• ISO 400

More recently, this maple tree has a few leaves that are just starting to change colors.
We are really looking forward to some fall foliage photography soon. It will likely not be a "perfect" year based on temperature and rainfall projections, but there is always some fall spectacular color somewhere in New England!

 

[PKM-UK]

A few September photos. Starting with few birds, including some immature birds in their awkward "teenager" phase...
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A mourning dove with ruffled feathers; We believe this is an immature bird since it was preening to remove down from various parts.

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This is a molting blue jay with a face only a mother could love, in case you ever wondered where a blue jay's ears were...

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This immature chipping sparrow is still in its "camouflage" plumage and is missing its trademark rusty cap and white breast feathers

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An immature ruby-throated hummingbird sticking its tongue out. We think this is an immature male since it has a little red feather on its chin that can only be seen at certain angles, plus it still seems to be figuring out the whole "feeding on its own" thing

Shifting to some early fall foliage photos from our backyard
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A sunburst through a maple leaf

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The first fall color in our yard, with a few beech leaves changing. This beech tree is usually one of the earliest trees to change color in our yard, probably due to the fact that it is growing in a moist area close to a vernal pool.

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More recently, this maple tree has a few leaves that are just starting to change colors.
We are really looking forward to some fall foliage photography soon. It will likely not be a "perfect" year based on temperature and rainfall projections, but there is always some fall spectacular color somewhere in New England!

Hi Don,

A fantastic selection of images showcasing the amazing beauty and colours of nature. Terrific detail and interest in every shot.

Thank you for sharing...

P&K

 

[Dean Wilson]

The first rains of the coming season(s) stopped long enough and allowed the Sun to peek through. This Dalhalia is called "Bridezilla" from Swan Island Dahlias.

• Canon EOS R5
• RF24-70mm F2.8 L IS USM
• 24.0 mm
• ƒ/11
• 1/400 sec
• ISO 100

 

[Plamen_11]

• Canon EOS R6m2
• EF16-35mm f/2.8L II USM
• 16.0 mm
• ƒ/8
• 1/80 sec
• ISO 100

• Canon EOS R6m2
• EF16-35mm f/2.8L II USM
• 16.0 mm
• ƒ/8
• 1/80 sec
• ISO 100

• Canon EOS R6m2
• EF16-35mm f/2.8L II USM
• 16.0 mm
• ƒ/8
• 1/320 sec
• ISO 100

• Canon EOS R6m2
• EF16-35mm f/2.8L II USM
• 16.0 mm
• ƒ/8
• 1/200 sec
• ISO 100

• Canon EOS R6m2
• EF16-35mm f/2.8L II USM
• 27.0 mm
• ƒ/8
• 1/250 sec
• ISO 100

 

[PKM-UK]

The first rains of the coming season(s) stopped long enough and allowed the Sun to peek through. This Dalhalia is called "Bridezilla" from Swan Island Dahlias.



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Hi Dean,

Beauty and the beast - drama aplenty in this image!

(A well chosen angle - and great control of light given the conditions).

P&K

 

[PKM-UK]

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Hi Plamen,

An interesting selection of shots, combining reflections, leading lines and seeing life from different angles.

(Fascinating looking building in the final image).

P&K